Impact evaluation of development objective 2 : inclusive broad-based economic growth sustained : baseline data collection report

The evaluation was designed to be an impact evaluation with a baseline, midline, and endline that aims to examine the effectiveness of USAID DO 2 interventions at economically empowering beneficiaries and promoting social change, whether interventions have resulted in sustained economic growth, and whether activity coordination improves development outcomes. The baseline report uses quantitative and qualitative data to present the current status of beneficiaries and provides insights based on opinions of beneficiaries, implementers, and other stakeholders, including government and nongovernmental organizations on different evaluation questions. Quantitative data shows that poverty and food insecurity are prevalent with one in five households living below the poverty line and one in ten facing moderate to severe hunger. The quantitative data also shows a lack of proper nutrition and sanitation with only one in four small children receiving a minimally acceptable diet and only one in ten households with soap and water. Qualitative data show trends among women and youth in accessing affordable inputs, fair market prices, and formal employment opportunities. Qualitative data explore perceptions around capacity building efforts around institutional strengthening and stakeholder coordination.